It has it's benefits; it HAS it's setbacks - Anonymous employee Gilead Sciences Employee Review

3.0
Feb 3, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

A portfolio of current and upcoming drugs that work and provide meaningful impact and benefit to society, worldwide. Working at Gilead provides some good benefits. There are 15 days of PTO (20 when you hit 5 years, and 25 when you hit 10 years), there are 13 company holidays including a week off +1 day, and there is a 100% 401K company match.

Cons

Over the last few years the culture has really declined. Upper management has continued to set very aggressive timelines (with seemingly complete disregard for what is achievable); this causes more and more discord among different groups and coworkers. Base compensation should be much higher than it currently is.

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Cons

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5.0
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Pros

Meaningful, mission-driven work with the opportunity to contribute to projects that can have a real impact on patients. Colleagues are highly knowledgeable, supportive, and generally willing to provide mentorship. Gilead also offers strong resources, exposure to different functions within the pharmaceutical industry, and opportunities to work on high-visibility projects.

Cons

Cons: As with many large companies, decision-making and project approvals can sometimes move slowly because of multiple layers of review. The experience may also vary depending on the specific team and manager, and the number of meetings and internal processes can occasionally feel cumbersome.

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